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5 Ways Your Sheets Are Ruining Your Sex Life

What's scarier: walking into a guy's bedroom for the first time and finding nothing but a mattress on the floor, or lifting up the covers and discovering gross flannel sheets underneath (in which case it's probably also a twin extra-long)? The true sign of an adult is a comfortable, well-appointed bed, and, yes—good sheets can improve your sex life. Ask yourself this question before bringing anyone over: Is my bed truly sexy? If you're not sure, Crane & Canopy cofounders (and husband and wife) Chris and Karin Sun share five tips to improve your sex life by improving your bed linens.

1. Quality does count. "Make sure that your bedding is high enough in quality that it does not distract and take you out of the moment. There is nothing worse than rough sheets against your most sensitive areas. Our favorite weaves for sheets? One hundred percent extra-long staple cotton with thread count between 300 and 450."

2. Avoid red sheets. "The color red is said to make men feel more attracted toward women, but that’s only if she wears red, not if she sleeps in it. Ditch those red or burgundy sheets and choose colors that you look good in instead. Your bedding is your stage; your backdrop needs to be complementary and nondistracting."

3. Make your bed. "A clean, well-made bed is a definite turn-on. Wash your linens every week, since smells and stains can ruin the mood. A nicely made bed also gives the perception of cleanliness and discipline, even if you plan to mess it up later."

4. Buy the biggest bed you can. "Do you know that lack of sleep is a big cause of a low libido? Couples suffer 50 percent more sleep disturbances during the night when they share a bed [than if they sleep separately]. This makes sense since the average person tosses and turns 60 times per night. Consider buying the largest bed you can to allow more space and sleep a little better at night."

5. Keep it cool: It’s hard to get in the mood when the temperature in the room isn’t right. Having the right basics on your bed can make all the difference. Instead of sleeping on polyester (which doesn’t breathe as well), choose cotton for your basics, like mattress pads, comforters, and pillows." What do you think? Do any of you follow these rules in your bedroom?